Investigation Underway After One Person Killed in Gowanus Car Accident by 2nd Avenue and 9th Street
GOWANUS, NEW YORK (October 3, 2025) – One person has died and three people were injured in a three-vehicle car accident in Gowanus, Brooklyn.
New York City officials are saying that the collision took place around 6:45 PM on Sunday afternoon. A Mercedes-Benz and a Honda minivan were involved in a crash at the intersection.
The force of the impact caused severe damage to both vehicles. Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision to help the victims.
The driver of the Mercedes-Benz was pronounced dead at the hospital. Three other people were injured in the crash, including a 38-year-old woman who was critically injured.
A full investigation into the Gowanus car accident remains ongoing.
Liability for New York Car Accidents
Speeding remains one of the most common factors for car accidents. According to the National Safety Council, “Speeding was a factor in 29% of all traffic fatalities in 2023, killing 11,775, or an average of over 32 people on a typical day. The total number of fatal motor-vehicle crashes attributable to speeding was 10,541.” Speeding increases the odds of a collision in several ways.
- Drivers are more likely to lose control of their vehicles at higher speeds.
- Drivers are more likely to roll over at higher speeds.
- Drivers are more likely to rear-end the vehicles ahead of them at higher speeds.
Every driver in New York must operate with the care necessary to prevent accidents. To that end, they must continuously scan the road ahead of them and slow down to avoid hitting other vehicles. Many collisions involved drivers that make dangerous left turns. If a driver turns left into the path of an oncoming vehicle, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Victims of car accidents tend to suffer serious injuries.
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord trauma
Car accidents are often highly preventable. They tend to be the result of drivers speeding or committing other traffic infractions. Any person that is injured in a car accident may be able to seek some measure of accountability through a civil action. An attorney can examine the unique facts of your case free of cost and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating New York City Car Accidents
We at GLK Law extend our deepest condolences to the family of the person killed in this collision. It is our sincere hope that the other victims will be able to make a full recovery. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police.
Do you need more information about a Gowanus car accident? Our team of accident investigators is here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims get the support and justice that they are owed under the law. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
